Oats Free Cinnamon Fruit Compote
Warm, fragrant, and bursting with natural sweetness, this fruit compote is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Apples and pears simmer down into something tender and jammy, while blueberries burst open and deepen the color and flavor in the final minutes of cooking. A hit of fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon gives it a gentle, aromatic spice that feels both comforting and a little sophisticated. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up and keeps the fruit flavors tasting fresh rather than heavy. For anyone avoiding oats, this is a genuinely satisfying alternative to granola-topped or oat-thickened fruit dishes — every single ingredient here is pure, whole, and naturally grain-free. It works beautifully spooned over yogurt, alongside roasted meats, or simply eaten warm on its own as a light dessert. The optional turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue without overpowering the fruit.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple pieces, pear pieces, honey, water, Ceylon cinnamon, and ginger in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples and pears are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 10–12 minutes.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!